The Suame Area of The Church of Pentecost, has held a Royals Conference, bringing together traditional rulers, clergy and government officials to explore how the Church and the chieftaincy institution can work together to promote moral leadership and national development.
The conference, held on Friday, June 26, 2026, at the Tetelestai Worship Centre in Suame, was on the theme: “Unleashed to Transform the Palace Through the Gospel and the Power of the Holy Spirit” (Acts 8:4-8; Ecclesiastes 8:4; Isaiah 49:23).
The event provided a platform for chiefs, queen mothers, ministers of the gospel and public officials to examine the role of traditional leadership in national development from a biblical perspective while reaffirming the Church’s commitment to engaging all sectors of society with the transforming message of the Gospel.
Delivering the keynote address on “Chieftaincy in the Light of Scripture,” the Suame Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Michael Agyen Brefo, described chieftaincy as a God-ordained institution that should be guided by biblical principles of integrity, justice, transparency, accountability and righteousness.
He emphasised that God’s sovereign authority extends over every earthly institution and stressed that the Gospel has the power to transform traditional leadership. According to him, stronger collaboration between the Church and the chieftaincy institution is essential for promoting peace, strengthening moral values and addressing pressing national challenges, including corruption, illegal mining and other social vices.
Speaking on the topic, “The Challenges Confronting Chieftaincy and How to Overcome Them,” the Agric–Nzemahene, Nana Nkansah Boadu Ayeboafo, commended The Church of Pentecost for deepening its engagement with the traditional institution.
He urged traditional rulers to lead with humility, love, unity and integrity while encouraging ministers of the Gospel to help restore respect for leadership by discouraging insults directed at both national and traditional authorities.
Presenting on “Chieftaincy and Development,” Elder Dr Nana K. Gyasi challenged chiefs to view their positions as opportunities for selfless service by championing education, healthcare, infrastructure and other community development initiatives.
He reminded participants that leadership is a sacred trust and that every leader would ultimately give account to God for their stewardship.
The conference also attracted key government officials, including the Kumasi Mayor, Hon. Richard Ofori Agyemang Boadi, who represented the Ashanti Regional Minister and the Suame Municipal Chief Executive.
The Mayor called for stronger collaboration between the Church and the chieftaincy institution in promoting godly character, patriotism, discipline and national values, noting that such partnerships are vital in confronting corruption, illegal mining, drug abuse and other societal challenges.
Also addressing the gathering, the Offinsomanhene, Nana Dwamena Akenten II, reaffirmed that the chieftaincy institution derives its authority from God and underscored the need for mutual respect and cooperation between traditional authorities and the Church in addressing Ghana’s spiritual, moral and developmental needs.
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